Suuuuuuushi

I. Love. Sushi. I've often said that when (notice I didn't use "if") I am wildly successful someday, and have the freedom of a disposable income, I am going to hire an in-house sushi chef. Given the amount of raw fish I consume in a year, I truly believe that this would actually save me money.... although, being that I am fabulously wealthy at this point, I guess fiscal responsibility is no longer a major concern...it's a nice thought anyway :)

I have a few more times around the monopoly board until I can know the joy of a "lady who lunches," so I have come up with a great alternative to my dream..... make your own sushi! Sounds scary, sounds intimidating, but it's really not! The process is really fun, and a great way to spend an evening with friends or even a fun new idea for a date.

The first thing you are going to need is a reliable and clean fish market. Tell the guys behind the counter about your sushi plans and ask them to recommend fish for you to use. If any pieces look suspect to you, ask if you can smell the fish before you buy it (he should let you.) The fish should be relatively odorless. A slight smell of the ocean or saltiness is fine, but other than that, if you (literally) smell something fishy, buy a different piece or find another fish monger.

My fish market has a whole sushi section with rice, chopsticks, nori, and different ingredients to add to your sushi. If your market isn't so accommodating, you can find the everything you need for a fun sushi date on the internet. All you have to buy are the fresh ingredients and maybe even some japanese inspired plates and chopsticks! Fun!!

You could even begin your date (or girls night) at the supermarket to choose what foods to add to your sushi. Some ingredients that work well are avocados, mango, cucumber, jalapeno and cooked shrimp. Maybe do some research on the internet or buy a book on sushi to give you some ideas before the big night. 

Have fun!!!